Medical Dermatology - Acne

Medical Dermatology

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Overview

Acne vulgaris is a multifactorial disease of the pilosebaceous unit (which includes the hair follicle and sebaceous gland). Although much is known about acne, more about its exact cause continues to be discovered. Many variants of acne exist: comedonal and inflammatory acne vulgaris; acne fulminan; acne conglobata; acne excoriée; drug-induced acne; chloracne; and infantile acne.

The UC Davis Department of Dermatology offers a number of proven treatment options for individuals with acne. The treatments can be divided into topical, systemic and other therapies.

For more information on our services or to schedule an appointment, please call 916-734-6111 or 800-770-9282.

Treatments

The treatment of acne requires a multifaceted approach that can involve the use of both topical and systemic therapies.

Topical therapies offered include

Antibiotics (such as clindamycin)

Retinoids (such as tretinoin or Retin-A, tazarotene)

Salicylic acid

Azelaic acid

Systemic therapies offered include

Antibiotics

Oral contraceptives

Spironolactone

Isotretinoin (previously known as Accutane)

Other therapies offered include

Comedone extraction

Intralesional steroid injection

Laser

For secondary scarring

Dermabrasion

Laser resurfacing

For more information on our services or to schedule an appointment, please call 916-734-6111 or 800-770-9282.